Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
45.1 mi
73 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paulina, LA
Israyosoy S.
This straightforward 45.1-mile drive from Baton Rouge, LA to Paulina, LA is a quick trip, averaging just 54 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, easily completed in a single outing. You'll spend about 74% of your time on the highway, making it a focused drive. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, this is an economical option for getting between these Southeast Louisiana locations. Expect a practical and efficient journey with minimal fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 31.3 mi | 34m |
| Airline Highway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| North Airline Avenue | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| LA 44 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Government Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South 10th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Baton Rouge, LA and Paulina, LA.
Start on Government Street
Turn right onto South 10th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 110
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Merge onto US 61
Turn right onto LA 3274
At end of road, turn right onto LA 44
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Baton Rouge, LA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 43.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 10 East
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 61 South: Gramercy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto LA 44
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.81 one way
$13.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.48 | $14.95 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.09 | $16.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Baton Rouge on Sunday
Local time
5:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Paulina on Sunday
Local time
5:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Primarily a highway-focused drive, you'll be on I 10 for the longest stretch, covering 31.3 miles uninterrupted. The journey also incorporates Airline Highway and North Airline Avenue, offering a mix of interstate speeds and perhaps some slightly slower sections. With a 74% highway share, much of this 45.1-mile route is designed for steady progress. The character is likely one of consistent travel, allowing you to cover ground efficiently.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Airline Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 110 / Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 1.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana, USA. Located on the east bank of the mighty Mississippi River, Baton Rouge is Louisiana's second largest city, home of Louisiana State University, major port facilities, and a variety of attractions.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 45.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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